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Whitney Hearn

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate professional with diverse experience in horse training, riding instruction, cooking, sales, and special needs childcare. Skilled at building trust through patient, hands-on teaching with horses, riders, customers, and children. Proven ability to create safe, supportive environments, recognized for strong communication, reliability, and a calm, encouraging demeanor.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Culinary Instructor / Kitchen Assistant

Hesperia Christian School
Hesperia
09.2025 - Current

Passionate and dedicated Culinary Educator and School Kitchen Professional with experience teaching students how to prepare meals safely and confidently. Skilled in hands-on cooking instruction, food safety, kitchen management, and student engagement. Experienced in working collaboratively with parents, teachers, and school staff to support student development, nutrition education, and life skills growth.

Animal Trainer & Riding Instructor

Sherry Krig Horse Training Facility
Apple Valley, California
01.2023 - 09.2025

Skilled equine professional with a proven track record of training horses for top-level performance in the show ring and instructing riders across a wide range of ages and skill levels. Adept at creating tailored training programs that enhance confidence, technique, and overall performance for both horse and rider. Dedicated to fostering safe riding practices, effective communication, and lasting horse-rider partnerships through proper horsemanship and showmanship.

Private Temporary Nanny

Felisha Davis
Victorville, California
03.2022 - 01.2023

Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with experience supporting children with special abilities, providing patient, individualized care tailored to each child’s unique needs. Focused on building communication skills, offering sensory support, and creating a safe, engaging environment for play and development. Continually maintaining a calm, nurturing presence, and promoting growth through structured, yet flexible, routines.

Customer Service Representative

Acacia's Country Florist
Hesperia, CA
06.2021 - 01.2023

Delivered friendly, knowledgeable service in a fast-paced flower shop. Handled in-store and phone orders, coordinated timely deliveries, and provided expert floral recommendations. Maintained a clean, organized retail space while balancing multiple tasks. Recognized for professionalism, teamwork, and creating a positive customer experience.

Equine Behavior Specialist

Arellano Horse Training
Hesperia, CA
03.2021 - 02.2022

Specializing in gentling and developing wild Mustangs through groundwork and saddle training. Skilled in natural horsemanship to build calm, responsive, well-rounded horses. Also, provide riding instruction for all ages, focusing on confidence, horsemanship, and safe, positive experiences for both the horse and the rider.

Education

High School Diploma -

Arrow Christian Academy
Hesperia, CA

Skills

  • Reliable Team Contributor
  • Behavioral Observation and Support
  • Crisis management
  • Strong Work Ethic and Reliability
  • Energetic and Enthusiastic
  • Time Management and Multitasking
  • Strong Organizational Skills
  • Supportive and Encouraging
  • Calmness Under Pressure
  • Positive attitude

Timeline

Culinary Instructor / Kitchen Assistant

Hesperia Christian School
09.2025 - Current

Animal Trainer & Riding Instructor

Sherry Krig Horse Training Facility
01.2023 - 09.2025

Private Temporary Nanny

Felisha Davis
03.2022 - 01.2023

Customer Service Representative

Acacia's Country Florist
06.2021 - 01.2023

Equine Behavior Specialist

Arellano Horse Training
03.2021 - 02.2022

High School Diploma -

Arrow Christian Academy
Whitney Hearn